The Best Protective Cases for the Samsung Galaxy S7

The Samsung Galaxy S7 is waterproof, but it is not shock-resistant. A quality protective case will ensure that your precious new smartphone can survive accidental drops as successfully as it does dips in water.

One of the most popular offerings by Speck, the Candyshell Grip Case comes in a number of eye-catching colors. The case consists of a polycarbonate exterior and a TPE interior layer for better drop protection. As its name suggests, the case is easy to handle thanks to its rubber stripes.

The Spigen Thin Fit case is a sleek offering with a matte finish and an affordable price tag. Better suited to protect your phone against scratches, the case leaves all the device's ports and buttons exposed, thus easy to operate. There are three available colors to choose from.

The Evo Elite Case by tech21 is lightweight and stylish, yet extremely tough option for your Galaxy S7. Thanks to its frame — made of tech21's proprietary FlexShock material — the case can help the device survive drops from up to 6.6 feet without hiccups.

OtterBox is known for making some of the most rugged smartphone cases around and the Symmetry Series is one of its most elegant offerings. The case is available in a number of color combinations, and features dual-material construction with raised, beveled edges for better screen protection. If you drop your phone often, this one is worth a look.

This Galaxy S7 case by Samsung packs a 3,400 mAh battery pack, which will easily make your phone last twice as long away from a charger. The accessory also features support for wireless charging, like the Galaxy S7. Pricey, but a lifesaving option for power users.

Few Galaxy S7 cases combine toughness and slim construction like the Spigen Slim Armor. The case combines a tough polycarbonate exterior shell and a soft TPU layer with air cushions for better impact absorption. A handy kickstand is also included. The Slim Armor case is available in five different colors.

The Lifeproof FRĒ case adds extreme shock resistance, as well the ability to survive snow, dirt, and dust, to the IP68 rating that the Galaxy S7 already rocks. The case is available in several colors, and looks surprisingly sleek, considering how rugged it is.

The Evutec Karbon SI Lite case merges cool-looking Kevlar fibers and shock-resistant thermoplastic polyurethane. Despite its elegant appearance, the case meets military standards for drop testing. In addition to the color you see above, the case is also available in red, which looks quite striking.

If the tech21 case we already mentioned is a tad too soft for your taste, consider the Evo Wallet instead. It features a tough flip cover with a credit card slot that can also transform into a handy viewing stand. You can snag the case in black or pink.

This flip cover by Samsung can display time and notifications without the need to open your smartphone thanks to its built-in LED lights. Like the Evo Wallet, it also comes with a handy card slot. The available colors of the cover match those of the Galaxy S7.